Senior UI, UX Art Director

Senior UI/UX Art Director

Montréal, QC

Siège social international | International Head Quarters – Marque et commercialisation | Brand and Marketing /

Temps plein | Full-Time /

Hybrid

Senior UI/UX Art Director

Brand and Marketing

Full-Time Position

We were born from an eclectic troop of performers. Come live the experience of being yourself every day to create the extraordinary.

OUR MISSION

Since 1984, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group has been focusing on ever more creative and magical work in order to constantly push the limits of the imagination and surprise spectators! Innovation and creativity are at the heart of our shows and will continue to transcend our upcoming productions around the world.

Today, we have a place for those who have a marked taste for thinking up exceptional products, for ensuring the smooth running of operations, for putting their ingenuity at the service of their team, in addition to contributing to enhancing their expertise and develop practices unique to Cirque du Soleil!

So don't wait any longer and join the Cirque adventure! You will meet ambitious people and people passionate about the world of entertainment!

Life at Cirque du Soleil is about sharing our passion and creating wonder with talented colleagues, all the while delivering at the highest quality in a fast-moving environment. Boldness and curiosity are a part of our DNA. We are a leading global live entertainment company renowned for bringing unforgettable experiences to audiences worldwide. Our dedication to excellence, innovation, and creativity has cemented our position as a leader in the industry. In our quest to expand and enhance our brand, we are seekinga highly talented and experienced UI/UX Art Director to join our team in Montreal. 

YOUR MISSION

You have a flair for creativity and world building. A passion for crafting captivating visual narratives and persuasive experiences. As a Senior UI/UX Art Director, reporting to the Brand Creative Director, you will be responsible for developing innovative and compelling digital User Experiences across various channels, including but not limited to websites, digital campaigns, social media, CRM and even beyond digital. You'll collaborate closely with our digital ecosystem team plus our marketing, design, and content teams to bring our core brand vision, and our many evolving IPs, to life and engage our audience in meaningful ways. 

Key Responsibilities: 

·       Lead Creative Development: Provide creative and design concepts to support multiple business objectives, ensuring visually compelling and user-centric solutions. 

·       Digital-First Thinking: Stay ahead of emerging platforms, trends, and technologies to drive innovative digital experiences. 

·       Brand & Vision Alignment: Uphold and evolve the company’s visual identity while ensuring consistency across all brand touchpoints. 

·       UX & UI Strategy: Develop and refine wireframes, user flows, sitemaps, and functional designs to create seamless user experiences. 

·       Art Direction & Execution: Provide hands-on design expertise, including layout, composition, asset development, and digital ad placements. Establish and maintain robust Design Systems. 

·       Quality & Compliance: Ensure all creative assets adhere to brand guidelines, maintaining the highest standards of quality and visual integrity. 

·       Approval & Archiving: Manage the internal approval process and maintain an organized archive of digital and print assets. 

·       Project Consultation: Advise project managers on development timelines and propose effective project plans to achieve desired results. 

·       Strategic Consultation: Collaborate with digital analysts, strategists, and planners to optimize user experiences, implement best practices, and stay ahead of market trends. 

·       HUGE PLUS: If you have the talent to transform great creative concepts into advertising campaigns that extend beyond the screen—such as OOH, guerrilla marketing, videos, and other experiential formats—consider it a major advantage. 

YOUR UNIQUE EXPERTISE

·       Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, Visual Communication, UI/UX Design, Digital Media, Fine Arts, or a related field. 

·       10+ years of experience in UI/UX design, digital art direction, or creative leadership roles. 

·       Proven track record in leading design teams and overseeing projects from concept to execution. 

·       Experience working in marketing, branding, advertising, or digital product design for agencies, tech companies, or in-house creative teams. 

·       UI/UX Design: Proficiency in creating wireframes, user flows, sitemaps, and interactive prototypes. 

·       Design Software: Mastery of industry-standard tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, XD, After Effects). 

·       Design Systems: Experience in building and maintaining scalable design systems. 

·       Web & Mobile Design: Strong understanding of responsive design principles and accessibility standards. 

·       Prototyping: Experience with InVision, Framer, Principle, or similar tools. 

·       HTML/CSS Knowledge: While not mandatory, basic understanding of front-end development is often a plus. 

·       Strong ability to collaborate with developers, product managers, and marketing teams. 

·       Ability to translate business goals into effective visual and user experience strategies. 

·       Experience in branding, storytelling, and user psychology. 

·       Strong understanding of market trends, competitor analysis, and digital marketing strategies. 

·       Excellent communication & presentation skills (ability to pitch creative ideas and design concepts to stakeholders). 

·       Problem-solving mindset with strong attention to nuance and detail in design. 

·       Adaptability & curiosity for emerging design trends, platforms, and user behaviors. 

·       Time & project management skills to handle multiple deadlines and priorities. 

·       Experience in motion design, 3D design, AR/VR, or interactive media is a plus. 

·       Understanding of growth marketing, conversion rate optimization (CRO), and performance-driven design. 

·       Experience working on large-scale digital campaigns, OOH advertising, or experiential marketing. 

·       Based in Montreal and bilingual is a must. 

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the brand efforts of a global live entertainment powerhouse. You will have the chance to work with a talented team, shape the public image of a beloved brand, and contribute to the delivery of extraordinary experiences to audiences around the world. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to be part of a vibrant and creative community in the heart of Montreal. 

If you are passionate about live entertainment and eager to make a significant impact on a global scale, we would love to hear from you. Join us in creating the extraordinary and apply today! 

How to Apply: 

Please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are the perfect fit for this role to our career’s portal. Include examples of previous campaigns or projects you have led that demonstrate your ability to successfully manage brand initiatives. 

To keep pace with the creation, production and distribution of our products, our employer proposal is unique.

HERE IS AN OVERVIEW

- An inclusive hybrid work mode based on team experience and flexible working hours

- Access to an individual office on the days you come to the Montreal Studio, a stimulating environment that will allow you to put all your creativity to good use

- A culture focused on the development of fair practices and unifying events

- Professional growth focused on high quality projects to propel your career

- A group insurance program and other benefits that we will be happy to present to you

- Personalized support adapted to your professional ambitions: training program, regular check-ins, inter-team contribution.

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible and inclusive workplace. Proud ambassador of equality in employment, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to eliminating discrimination based on age, skin color, origins, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation and any other characteristic. Neutral and inclusive writing is now preferred for all new job postings.